New Grad RN Nurse Residency

About the Role

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at Parkland Medical Center is a year-long, paid program designed to provide hands-on experience and establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills for new graduate nurses. As a Resident I Graduate Nurse, you will be supported by nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents to navigate the transition from student to registered nurse.

Program Features

• Advanced clinical training in a specialty area.
• Monthly educational sessions.
• Preceptorship training with a facility preceptor.
• Measurement and evaluation of skills through hands-on simulations.
• Mentoring from experienced nurse leaders.
• Collaboration on an evidence-based practice project.

Units Currently Interviewing For

• Medical Surgical
• Progressive Care Unit
• Emergency Department

Start date options available in January, February, and March.

Positions may be for day or night shift, to be discussed during the initial interview.

Key Responsibilities

The RN Resident coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with departmental requirements and the scope and standards of practice. In collaboration with medical providers and the care team, the RN Resident provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using nursing models such as “Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.” The RN Resident advocates for patients, families, and caregivers to ensure an excellent patient experience.

• Assess patient condition during admission and each scheduled shift, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
• Perform procedures, monitoring, and other functions as ordered by medical providers. Document care administration in the patient medical record timely and thoroughly.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor patient for therapeutic response. Notify provider and intervene as appropriate for unintended medication responses.
• Respond promptly to patient requests, striving to anticipate and proactively resolve patient needs.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about medical conditions, patient status, treatment plans, medications, possible side effects, and follow-up measures, translating complex medical terminology for complete understanding.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 1 year of employment.
• Other Certifications may be required during employment.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State.
• No previous experience needed.
• Some travel may be needed for training.